ISA Study Abroad in Christchurch, New Zealand

My experience studying in New Zealand was nothing short of amazing, and I owe that to ISA Study Abroad! One of the best things about this program was the Bridging Cultures orientation week right...
Erin

Location

New Zealand: Christchurch

Program Summary

Christchurch is the largest city in New Zealand's South Island and is known as the "Garden City." It lies on the coastal edge of the Canterbury Plains close to both the sea and the mountains. Beautiful beaches are close by and skiing and snowboarding can be found at five ski-fields within 90 minutes of the city--you can surf and ski in the same day! Rafting, kayaking and bungy jumping are also just a short drive away. Beautiful scenery abounds in this part of the country and after a hard week of study you can travel just a short distance to find yourself surrounded by it.

Program Highlights

Since its establishment in 1873, the University of Canterbury, in Christchurch, New Zealand, has enjoyed an international reputation for academic excellence in both teaching and research. Its undergraduate and postgraduate degrees are highly recognized across the world and aim to foster intellectual independence, critical thinking, and professional excellence in every field. The university has earned QS World ...

Program Summary

Christchurch is the largest city in New Zealand's South Island and is known as the "Garden City." It lies on the coastal edge of the Canterbury Plains close to both the sea and the mountains. Beautiful beaches are close by and skiing and snowboarding can be found at five ski-fields within 90 minutes of the city--you can surf and ski in the same day! Rafting, kayaking and bungy jumping are also just a short drive away. Beautiful scenery abounds in this part of the country and after a hard week of study you can travel just a short distance to find yourself surrounded by it.

Program Highlights

Since its establishment in 1873, the University of Canterbury, in Christchurch, New Zealand, has enjoyed an international reputation for academic excellence in both teaching and research. Its undergraduate and postgraduate degrees are highly recognized across the world and aim to foster intellectual independence, critical thinking, and professional excellence in every field. The university has earned QS World Ranking's five star status and is home to an AACSB accredited business school as well as the 19th ranked civil engineering program in the world.

The University's modern and well-equipped facilities are spread across a spacious suburban campus only 15 minutes from the city center, with many cultural and recreational facilities.

For those interested in field sciences, the unique geology, flora and fauna of the South Island serve as a natural laboratory. The University has five field stations scattered around the South Island (including an astronomical observatory in the high country) and offers unique opportunities for field work in areas including geology, biology, geography, engineering and forestry.

10/ 10

Submitted by
Erin -
Grand Forks, North Dakota University of North Dakota| May 06, 2015

My experience studying in New Zealand was nothing short of amazing, and I owe that to ISA Study Abroad! One of the best things about this program was the Bridging Cultures orientation week right when I arrived in New Zealand. The seminars were a great way to prepare for cultural differences and to get acclimated to being in a new place. I was given so much choice and so many opportunities through ISA, such as excursions and fun activities, and met wonderful people that I was able to study with and get to know very well through traveling. While being affordable and extremely helpful in preparation before going abroad, I would recommend ISA to any prospective students that want to have a life changing experience!

Term

Fall, Spring, Academic Year

Dates

Feb-June and/or July-Nov

Degree Level

Undergraduate

Subject Areas

Accounting

Anthropology

Art History

Astronomy & Astrophysics

Biochemistry

Biology

Business

Chemical Engineering

Chemistry

Chinese Language

Civil Engineering

Communications

Computer Engineering

Computer Science & It

Conflict Studies

Culture

Earth Sciences

Economics

Education

Electrical Engineering

Engineering

English

Environmental Studies

Finance

Forestry

French

Geography

Geology

German

History

Hospitality

Human Resource Management

Humanities

International Relations

Journalism & Broadcasting

Liberal Arts

Literature

Management

Marine Biology

Marketing, Advertising, & Pr

Mathematics

Mechanical Engineering

Natural Sciences

Philosophy

Physics

Political Science & Politics

Psychology

Religious Studies

Russian & East European Studies

Science

Social Sciences

Social Work

Sociology

Sports

Sports Science

Statistics

Travel & Tourism

Visual Arts

Women's Studies

Zoology & Wildlife Sciences

Cost in US$:

Please see the ISA website for more details.

Program Fees Include:

Comprehensive Advising and Support
Tuition at the Host University
Official Transcript from Host University with ISA Cover Letter
Housing
Meals and Laundry Services
Bridging Cultures Program
Full-Time Resident Staff
On-Site ISA Offices
Computer and Internet Access
Excursions
The ISA Discovery Model
Cultural Activities
Medical Insurance
Comprehensive Health, Safety and Security Support
Airport Reception
Visa Support
Tutoring
The Professional Development Toolbox
Scholarship Opportunities